Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (IANS/PIB)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03. In a post on his handle X, PM Modi praised the space sector’s excellence and innovation, saying it has furthered national progress and empowered countless lives.
“Our space sector continues to make us proud! Congratulations ISRO on the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03. Powered by our space scientists, it is commendable how our space sector has become synonymous with excellence and innovation. Their successes have furthered national progress and empowered countless lives,” PM Modi said.
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The CMS-03 satellite, weighing 4,410 kg, was launched using the LVM3-M5 rocket from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch marks a significant milestone for India’s space programme, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in space technology.
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ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said, “Today, LVM3 launched the heaviest satellite of all vehicles, and all systems performed satisfactorily even as we had a tough time due to weather.”
The CMS-03 satellite will enhance India’s space-based communication and maritime domain awareness capabilities, providing secure multi-band communication coverage across the country and surrounding oceanic regions.
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